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Surfer Carlos Burle rescued from giant Nazaré wave

Brazilian big-wave surfer Carlos Burle was dramatically rescued after being engulfed by a massive wave in Nazaré, Portugal. The 58-year-old was later reported safe and stable in hospital. Watch the full video.

Cumberbatch's secret surgery after surfing injury

Benedict Cumberbatch discloses he secretly underwent shoulder surgery after a serious surfing injury left him in chronic pain for over a year. The actor shares details of his recovery journey.

First Sentence in Mexico Surf Trip Murders

A single mother is the first person sentenced for her role in the alleged murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend during a surfing trip in Mexico. Read the full story.

Gilmore's 2026 WSL comeback stuns surfing

Eight-time world champion Stephanie Gilmore confirms her return to pro surfing in 2026 after a two-year hiatus. Discover her motivations and the new WSL format.

Four children die in Queensland house fire tragedy

A Queensland community mourns as four young siblings perish in a horrific house fire while their father desperately tried to save them. The devastating incident has left the small town of Logan in shock.

Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes

The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.

Motocross star dies in paddleboarding tragedy

The rural community of Market Drayton mourns the devastating loss of 21-year-old motocross prodigy Harry James Leadbetter, who tragically drowned during a paddleboarding outing with friends on the River Severn.

British girl dies in Greek hotel pool tragedy

A British family's dream holiday turned to tragedy when their young daughter lost her life after being pulled unconscious from a hotel pool in Crete. The heartbreaking incident has sparked safety concerns and international attention.

Surf legend Beachley reveals secret INXS romance

World champion surfer Layne Beachley breaks her silence on the hidden romance with INXS guitarist Kirk Pengilly that remained secret for years, revealing intimate details about their unexpected connection.

De Niro's Grandson Dies in Tragic Drug Overdose

Hollywood legend Robert De Niro faces unimaginable family tragedy as 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez loses his life to suspected drug overdose, with shocking details emerging about previous arrests and drug-related charges.

Floyd Mayweather's half-brother dies suddenly at 34

Tragedy strikes boxing legend Floyd Mayweather as his younger half-brother Justin Roger-Myers Jr passes away unexpectedly in Leeds at age 34, with family demanding answers about the mysterious circumstances.

Mother drowns three children in Texas mansion tragedy

A Texas mother has confessed to drowning her three children, aged 3, 5 and 7, in the family bathtub after claiming her marriage had become 'miserable'. The tragic incident unfolded in the family's upscale mansion, leaving the community in shock.

Swimmer's miraculous shark escape at Sydney beach

A routine swim turned into a fight for survival when Alice Meucci faced a aggressive bull shark in Sydney's northern beaches. The dramatic rescue and incredible escape will leave you breathless.

Firefighter finds son dead at crash scene he responded to

In a devastating twist of fate, experienced firefighter Rob Gawthorpe responded to an early morning collision only to find his 25-year-old son, Tom, fatally injured in the wreckage. This harrowing story reveals the personal nightmare behind the emergency

Girl, 9, dies on birthday after car illness

A family celebration turns to tragedy as a nine-year-old girl passes away after becoming unwell during a car trip, with emergency services rushing to the scene in a desperate attempt to save her.

Australian man dies during dream US holiday

A 24-year-old Australian's adventure of a lifetime in the United States ended in tragedy when he passed away unexpectedly just four days into his holiday, leaving family and friends devastated.

British surfer drowns at Melbourne beach

A British traveller's surfing dream ends in tragedy as 22-year-old Mani Gajjar drowns at Melbourne's Woolamai Beach, highlighting the dangers of inexperienced swimmers in Australian surf conditions.

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